There is no doubt that as we age our bodies go through a lot of changes. Our metabolisms being to slow down and we put on wait. We need to start exercising more and watch what we eat, and if we’re lucky we can maintain our bodies a few years longer. Many of us suffer some form of hair loss. A body, like anything else, experiences wear and tear after many years of use. Our physical appearances will decline regardless of what we do, and unsightly varicose veins are no exception. Varicose veins can cause people to be self-conscious, and avoid showing their legs at all costs. Imagine not being able to wear shorts in warm weather, or going to a beach or pool to enjoy the sun. Fortunately, there are several proven ways to treat this condition.

Sometimes all it takes are some lifestyle changes! People who work or spend lots of time on their feet tend to have varicose vein issues. While its healthy to keep moving and to get your exercise, excess amounts of standing idle can actually be harmful for you. Likewise, if you are overweight it can increase the complications you get from holding up all of that additional weight. Being sedentary, or sitting for long periods of time can also cause the same reaction. Keeping in shape is important for your body in general, but it helps to prevent vein issues as you age.

Regardless of age, shape, and physical activity some people are simply more prone to suffering from varicose veins than other people. This is where it helps to seek out a varicose vein treatment specialist. There are several different types of procedures that can help mitigate your condition. A laser, or a highly focused beam of light, has proven to be an effective treatment in ridding varicose veins. The heat from the laser actually causes scar tissues and can kill off these small micro veins. After a couple years these veins all but disappear. While lasers might sound scary, it’s actually quite simple and you typically are up and walking around in no time. A similar but more manual type of therapy is called Sclerotherapy. This is where the doctor will inject a certain type of solution into the vein. This solution causes clotting and kills the vein off, which is very similar to the laser therapy procedure.